Childcare information for Parents

Best Bear is an independent website, only listing Nanny Agencies who have passed our strict testing criteria, so you can rest assured that you will only find  the very best agencies listed here.

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- Whether you are looking for a new nanny, au pair, maternity nurse or babysitter, we can help!

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- Thousands of qualified experienced Childcarers use the Best Bear website. Let them know you are looking for a new Childcarer using our Parents Ad service -

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When recruiting a childcarer direct, rather than through one of our vetted agencies, it is important you make a variety of checks to ensure you are employing someone who is trustworthy and reliable. To help you with this, we have launched a new CV Reference Checking Service.

SHARING CHILDCARE

- Would you love the flexibility of a nanny but can’t afford one? Or maybe you only need a nanny for a few hours or days a week? 

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BEST BEAR NURSERY SURVEY

- We want to find the UK’s Best Nurseries as voted by parents across the country. Tell us what you think of your child's nursery provision here

WHAT'S NEW?

Daycare Trust - 2009 Childcare Costs Survey
28 January 2009
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Professional Nanny of the Year 2009

When the breadwinner roles are reversed...
The ultimate guide to Daddy Day Care.
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Kids Fun Ideas Show is searching for the Face of Fun!
Could your child become the face of the 2010 show?
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Literary Witch Comes of Age – 21st Anniversary of Pongwiffy
We have copies of 'Pongwiffy - Back On Track' to give away today...
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Small things make a big difference
Start off the season of goodwill in style - clear your kids’ cupboards of clothes that no longer fit and help support the Pampers and UNICEF campaign
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Celebrate the little moments between you and your baby that make all the tiredness worthwhile

Special Educational Needs - A Parents Guide By Antonia Chitty and Victoria Dawson
Review of this new book & special discount offer for Best Bear members
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Delicious low salt recipes from Best Bear Expert Christine Bailey's new book
Best Bear members can buy the book for just £5 including postage. See some recipes and buy the book here...
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EMPLOYING CHILDCARE - USEFUL INFORMATION AND RESOURCES

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ARTICLES

Back to school health
by Best Bear Expert Christine Bailey
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Your child's first day at school
by Best Bear Expert Allison Marlowe
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Leading to Excellence
Ofsted has published the third in a series of annual reports on childcare and early education provision.
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Early Years Foundation Stage framework
The government’s new Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework comes into force today (1 September). Read more here...
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Two brilliant ways to find the right childcare in the credit crunch
By Georgina Walsh, NannySuccess.com
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Top Tips for Raising Happy Healthy and Contented Children
By Frankie Gray www.harmonyathome.co.uk
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New Immigration Rules
From 27 November 2008 the rules regarding au-pairs are changing - important information here about the changes and how they will affect you
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Nannies - a question of trust
Information on security checks from Civil & Corporate
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A Heavenly Match
5 Steps for finding the right person for you and your family - by Georgina Walsh from Nannysuccess.com
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Ever thought about a nannyshare?
Nannyshares and part-time nannies are becoming an increasingly popular childcare solution and you can even use childcare vouchers to help pay for your nanny. Click here for more information or to find a nannyshare near you...
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Have fun, stay safe
Hygiene tips for the great outdoors from new Best Bear Expert Iain Stewart
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Recruiting Foster Carers in the UK
Across the UK there is an urgent need for around 10,000 more foster carers - find out more here
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Save 5% at childrens-rooms.co.uk with a special Best Bear discount
Quote BESTBEAR at checkout to receive 5% discount on all orders placed
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Sibling Rivalry & the Green Eyed Monster
by Frankie Gray www.harmonyathome.co.uk
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Save 10% on new parent courses from N.E.S.T.
Find out more here
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Thinking ahead to the holiday season?
Check out some travel tips from Family Travel, the most extensive UK resource on travel with children.
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Trust Your Instincts
Why it is a very important factor when choosing childcare
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Divorce - the long and winding road
Does it have to be the McCartney way?
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Childcare Vouchers - Making childcare affordable!

Golden Handcuffs
How to keep your nanny
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The Best of Both Worlds
How to juggle work and home life successfully
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Help! What do I buy my Childcare for Christmas?
some fantastic ideas and recommendations from Georgina Walsh, founder of Nannysuccess.com
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